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Investment & Financial Strategy


Equity-First Financing: New Models for Portland’s Next Generation of Homeowners
Discover equity-first financing models in Portland. Explore wealth creation, homeownership opportunities, and sustainable development for BIPOC communities.
tylergkoski
1 day ago4 min read
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Virtual Staging Versus Physical Staging: ROI Analysis for Oregon Sellers
Compare ROI of virtual staging versus physical staging for Oregon home sellers. Learn which staging process delivers faster sales, higher offers, and a competitive edge.
tylergkoski
3 days ago4 min read
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Seismic Retrofit Requirements Are Quietly Transforming Older Pacific Northwest Neighborhoods
Seismic retrofit requirements are reshaping older Pacific Northwest neighborhoods. Learn about seismic upgrades, risks, and housing market impacts in Portland.
tylergkoski
6 days ago3 min read
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Beyond the Down Payment: Building Wealth Through Strategic First-Home Selection
Learn how first-time buyers can build wealth through strategic home selection in Portland. Explore real estate investing, property appreciation, and rental income strategies.
tylergkoski
Sep 243 min read
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Climate-Resilient Investment Properties: Portland's Green Building Incentives and Long-Term Value
Explore Portland’s climate-resilient investment properties. Learn about green building incentives, sustainability certifications, and long-term real estate value.
tylergkoski
Sep 224 min read
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Historic Home Staging That Preserves Character While Attracting Modern Buyers
Learn how to stage historic properties to preserve character and attract modern buyers. Grand Union Real Estate shares strategies for balance and buyer appeal.
tylergkoski
Sep 194 min read
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How Portland's ADU Revolution Is Reshaping Small-Scale Investment Strategies
Discover how Portland’s ADU revolution boosts property value, rental income, and investment ROI. Grand Union Real Estate guides your ADU strategy.
tylergkoski
Sep 174 min read
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Community Impact Investment in Portland: Wealth with Purpose
Learn how community impact investment in Portland blends wealth-building with neighborhood resilience. Explore strategies, equity sharing, and legacy-focused opportunities.
tylergkoski
Sep 144 min read
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Community Impact Investment Portland: Wealth, Equity, and Resilient Neighborhoods
Learn how community impact investment in Portland builds prosperity, supports small businesses, and funds affordable housing—all while delivering returns.
tylergkoski
Sep 144 min read
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House Hacking Portland: A Smarter Path to ADUs, Multi-Unit Homes, and Wealth-Building
Learn how house hacking in Portland—using ADUs, multi-unit properties, and rental strategies—can cut housing expenses, build passive income, and grow long-term wealth. Slug: house-hacking-portland
tylergkoski
Sep 142 min read
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Impact Investing in Portland Real Estate: Build Wealth. Preserve Community.
Invest with purpose. Discover how Grand Union helps Portland investors build wealth through ethical, community-first real estate strategies.
tylergkoski
Sep 83 min read
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Accessory Dwelling Units in Portland: A Homeowner’s Guide to Building Smarter
Discover accessory dwelling unit Portland strategies—detached ADUs, basement ADUs, zoning laws, and ROI insights for property owners.
tylergkoski
Jun 232 min read
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Portland Emerging Neighborhoods: A Responsible Investment Guide
Explore Portland emerging neighborhoods like Montavilla, Cully, Lents, Happy Valley & more. A guide to responsible real estate investment in 2025.
tylergkoski
Jun 12 min read
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What makes a ‘good neighbor’ in Portland’s changing housing market?
Discover community-focused home buying in Portland. Learn how purpose-driven real estate fosters generational wealth and community resilience.
tylergkoski
Jun 13 min read
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Renovating Portland Real Estate: The Best Strategy for ROI and Resilience
Discover the best renovation strategies in Portland real estate to boost fair market value, rental income, and navigate distressed property outcomes.
tylergkoski
Apr 234 min read
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From Foreclosure to Foundation: Transforming Distressed Properties into Community Assets
Discover how Grand Union Real Estate transforms distressed properties into powerful community assets through smart, values-driven investing
tylergkoski
Apr 114 min read
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Sustainable Real Estate Investment Metrics: The Triple Bottom Line
Explore how Grand Track sustainable real estate investment metrics—ESG, energy efficiency, and social impact—to grow wealth and community in Portland.Union turns every Portland real estate deal into a triple bottom line win: financial, social, and environmental returns.
tylergkoski
Apr 104 min read
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Portland Emerging Neighborhoods: Real Estate Offers, Community Negotiation, and Smarter Strategies
Discover Portland emerging neighborhoods. Learn negotiation strategies, craft stronger real estate offers, and align investment with community values.
tylergkoski
Apr 63 min read
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Portland Emerging Neighborhoods: 2025 First-Time Buyer Guide
Discover Portland emerging neighborhoods for first-time buyers—Montavilla, Foster-Powell, Cully, St. Johns, Happy Valley & more.
tylergkoski
Mar 283 min read
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How to Use a 1031 Exchange to Grow Your Real Estate Portfolio in Southwest Washington
Learn how to use a 1031 exchange in Southwest Washington to grow your real estate portfolio, defer capital gains, and invest with purpose.
tylergkoski
Mar 273 min read
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